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#598 of 864 schools in NM
Mountain View Middle
Middle School · RIO RANCHO
4101 MONTREAL LOOP NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Enrollment
902
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
902
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#598 of 864
In Rio Rancho
#10 of 22
public schools
In district
#8 of 20
RIO RANCHO
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain View Middle
Middle School in Rio Rancho · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain View Middle
Mountain View Middle is a public middle school in Rio Rancho, NM, part of RIO RANCHO. Mountain View Middle serves approximately 902 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #598 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Middle show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mountain View Middle runs 26.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
38% of students at Mountain View Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mountain View Middle — Students at Mountain View Middle score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Mountain View Middle Compares
See how Mountain View Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4101 MONTREAL LOOP NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SPARTAN LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bernalillo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BERNALILLO ELEMENTARY (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bernalillo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RIO RANCHO MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 4.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rio Rancho, see our Rio Rancho schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION Rio Rancho | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| SANDIA VISTA ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| VISTA GRANDE ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BERNALILLO ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| SPARTAN LEARNING ACADEMY Bernalillo | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BERNALILLO HIGH Bernalillo | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| WD CARROLL ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| LA ESCUELITA EARLY CHILDHOOD Bernalillo | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ENCHANTED HILLS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 3.9 mi | 4.3 |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
| RIO RANCHO MIDDLE SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 4.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL Rio Rancho | 4.8 mi | 3.8 |
| SANDIA VIEW ACADEMY Corrales | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SANDIA VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corrales | 5.6 mi | 6.0 |
| THE ASK ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 5.7 mi | 7.9 |
| RIO RANCHO ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 6.3 mi | 4.7 |
| RIO RANCHO HIGH Rio Rancho | 6.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CORRALES ELEMENTARY Corrales | 7.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 6.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,973
Median Home Value
$280,600
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
49,976
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RIO RANCHO MIDDLE SCHOOL Rio Rancho, NM | 5.4 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Roswell, NM | 5.4 |
| BERRENDO MIDDLE Roswell, NM | 5.5 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs, NM | 5.5 |
| PICACHO MIDDLE Las Cruces, NM | 5.5 |
| CARLSBAD SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY - ALTA VISTA CAMPUS Carlsbad, NM | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View Middle
What grades does Mountain View Middle serve?
Mountain View Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mountain View Middle?
Mountain View Middle has an enrollment of approximately 902 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Middle is 26.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain View Middle rank in NM?
Mountain View Middle ranks #598 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Mountain View Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain View Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mountain View Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View Middle has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mountain View Middle a charter school?
No, Mountain View Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain View Middle a Title I school?
No, Mountain View Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain View Middle?
32.3% of students at Mountain View Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 902
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sandoval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (505) 867-0711
Resources & Links
District
RIO RANCHO- District Enrollment
- 16,725
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,392
- District Rank
- #8 of 20
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